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  • Location: Kenya

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Finance Operations Lead

PIPOSOFT

Kiambu, Kiambu, Kenya

2 weeks ago

26 applicants

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Our client is looking for a

to take charge of financial operations, statutory reporting, governance, and working capital management across the group. This is a leadership role for a finance professional who thrives on control, accuracy, and driving operational excellence in a manufacturing environment.

You'll lead a team of five — Payables, Credit Control, Receivables, Taxation & Compliance, and Inventory Control Accountants — and be a key partner in ensuring the integrity of the group's financial records and its regulatory compliance.

What You'll Do

Financial Reporting & Period-End

Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes

Prepare management accounts and board reporting packs

Ensure IFRS and statutory compliance across all entities

Financial Controls & Governance

Strengthen internal control frameworks and audit readiness

Own reconciliations and ledger integrity

Coordinate internal and external audits through to closure

Working Capital & Operational Finance

Monitor debtor collections and supplier settlements

Oversee manufacturing cost allocations and inventory valuation

Drive EBITDA improvement through financial analysis and cost discipline

Track budget vs. actual performance and lead corrective action

Tax & Regulatory Compliance

Ensure accurate, timely settlement of PAYE, VAT, WHT, WVAT, and other statutory obligations

Lead implementation of tax law and regulatory changes

Manage tax audits and compliance risk

Team Leadership

Supervise and develop the finance operations team

Standardize processes and improve ERP utilization

Build a high-performance, accountable finance culture

What Success Looks Like

Month-end close in ≤ 3 days, with >99% reporting accuracy

Nil compliance breaches, minimal audit adjustments

100% of reconciliations completed monthly

Debtor collections and supplier settlements >95% within terms

100% on-time statutory filings and payments

Requirements

What You Bring

Bachelor's degree in Business, Commerce, Finance, Accounting, or a related field

CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or an equivalent professional qualification

FMVA, MBA, or a relevant postgraduate qualification is an added advantage

Minimum 8 years' experience

in finance operations, preferably in manufacturing

Exposure to manufacturing, FMCG, or multi-entity business environments preferred

Strong grounding in IFRS, internal controls, working capital management, and taxation

Proven people leadership, analytical thinking, and business partnering skills

ERP systems proficiency

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance

Industries

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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